The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for planning, developing, and executing end-to-end supply chain strategies to support the manufacture and delivery of aerospace products. This role ensures continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, regulatory compliance, and high-quality standards across a global supplier network. The successful candidate will lead supplier performance, manage risk in long and complex supply chains, and collaborate cross-functionally to meet program, customer, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business, program, and customer requirements.
• Manage demand planning, capacity planning, and material forecasting for complex, long-lead aerospace components.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, resilience, and scalability of the supply chain.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), ramp-ups, and lifecycle management of aerospace programs.

Supplier Management & Procurement

• Lead supplier selection, qualification, and onboarding in accordance with AS9100 and company standards.
• Establish and manage strategic supplier relationships, including contract negotiation, performance reviews, and risk mitigation plans.
• Monitor supplier delivery, quality, cost, and compliance performance using KPIs and scorecards.
• Collaborate with suppliers to address capacity constraints, quality escapes, and supply disruptions.

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with aerospace regulations and standards, including AS9100, FAA/EASA requirements, ITAR, FAR/DFARS, and export controls.
• Work closely with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve non-conformances, corrective actions, and audit findings.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies, geopolitical exposure, and obsolescence.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits as required.

Operations & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Program Management, and Finance to align supply chain activities with production schedules and program milestones.
• Manage inventory levels to balance cost, availability, and production continuity.
• Oversee logistics, warehousing, and transportation strategies to ensure on-time delivery to internal and external customers.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop supply chain and procurement professionals.
• Set clear objectives, performance metrics, and development plans for the team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Master's degree or professional certifications (eg, APICS CSCP/CPIM, CIPS) preferred.

Experience

• 7-10+ years of progressive supply chain or procurement experience, preferably within aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience managing complex, global supply chains with long lead times and high-quality requirements.
• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, performance management, and risk mitigation.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of aerospace supply chain requirements, including quality systems and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced negotiation and contract management capabilities.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and supply chain planning tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time delivery and schedule adherence
• Supplier quality and defect rates
• Inventory turns and working capital optimization
• Cost reduction and value improvement initiatives
• Supply chain risk reduction and continuity of supply

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